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Ministry of Finance
Firm busted for availing benefit from bogus invoices of around Rs 685 crore
On the basis of specific intelligence as well as further data mining/analysis on GSTN and E way bill portals, the officers of CGST Delhi South Commissionerate, have busted a syndicate of firms involved in availing invoices/E-way bills issued on the GSTIN of fake/dummy firms and getting Refund of IGST on the strength of such fake Invoices.
A case was booked against M/s. Baan Ganga Impex having their Principal Place of Business at L-10A, Ganga Tower, Mahipalpur, New Delhi-110037 .
From preliminary scrutiny of the seized documents, the data/information available on E-way Portal/GSTN portal, it is found that M/s Baan Ganga Impex, New Delhi has availed Invoices from non-existing 48 entities creating a web of suppliers among themselves and passing on ITC to each other. Finally, the ITC from all the suppliers is passed on to M/s Baan Ganga Impex which in turn avails refund on the strength of export of goods procured from the unregistered suppliers. The nexus has used fabricated vehicle numbers to generate e-way bills which were found to be of two wheelers, buses, JCB, private cars and Ambulance etc.
In total M/s Baan Ganga Impex has availed the invoices from the fake entities amounting to Rs. 685 crore  involving GST of Rs. 50 crore  and succeeded to get refund of Rs. 35 crores .
Shri Rakesh Sharma, Partner of M/s Baan Ganga Impex being the main beneficiary of the said nexus and dealing with all operational activities of the firm, has been arrested on 09.11.2020 and was produced before the Metropolitan Magistrate, Saket Courts on 09.11.2020, after the medical examination and COVID test. Shri Rakesh Sharma has been sent to judicial custody for 14 days by the Metropolitan Magistrate. Further investigations are in progress.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
NHAI InvIT announces its maiden distribution
NHAI’s Infrastructure Investment Trust  has declared its financial results for the year ended March 31, 2022. The Project SPV, National Highways Infra Projects Private Limited  had achieved Appointed Date on December 16, 2021. NHAI InvIT has for this period, announced a distribution of Rs.0.79 paisa per unit to its unitholders. NHAI InvIT had issued 59.52 crore units, accordingly Rs. 47.02 crore has been distributed to the investors. This maiden distribution will reinforce the confidence that the investors have shown in NHAI InvIT, as it achieves a big milestone in its journey to emerge as a major vehicle to support NHAI’s monetisation efforts.
NHAI InvIT’s units were listed on National Stock Exchange and BSE Limited on November 2021 at Rs.101 per unit with an Enterprise Valuation of Rs.8,012 crore. Since its listing, the number of distinct investors has increased from 27 to around 80 currently. Also, the number of domestic PF Trusts have increased from 5 to 27, with an aggregate holding of 5.1% of the units. The share of individuals  investors is currently at 2.7% from almost nil at the time of listing.
NHAI had launched its InvIT as a mode to monetise operational roads, as it has the largest share under the National Monetisation Pipeline. In its first offering, NHAI InvIT had attracted two international pension funds, namely Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board, as anchor investors. The balance units were subscribed to by a diversified set of domestic institutional investors, comprising pension funds, insurance companies, mutual funds, banks, and financial institutions. As part of its continuous monetisation strategy, NHAI has offered additional three roads of aggregate length 247 kms to NHAI InvIT.
Smt. Alka Upadhyaya, Chairperson, NHAI, complimenting on the success of NHAI InvIT said, “With the success of NHAI InvIT, NHAI has continued to deliver on its commitments under the National Monetisation Pipeline and has demonstrated its strong ability to meet the expectations of marquee institutional investors who have reposed faith in NHAI InvIT. We thank all the investors and stakeholders, who have contributed to the success of NHAI InvIT. This will go a long way in realizing the vision of developing world class and sustainable National Highway infrastructure in the country.”
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Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
More than 67,000 Real Estate Projects registered in 30 States/UTs under RERA
70,601 complaints disposed off by RERA authorities
As on 23rd July, 2021, 30 States/UTs have set up Real Estate Regulatory Authority. As per the information provided by various Real Estate Regulatory Authorities, as on 23rd July, 2021, 67,669 Real Estate Projects and 52,284 Real Estate Agents have been registered under RERA.
RERA has been effective in redressing the grievances of consumers. As per information provided by State/UTs, 70,601 complaints have been disposed off by Real Estate Regulatory Authorities till 23rd July, 2021.
This information was given by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Kaushal Kishore, in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Labour & Employment
Ist BRICS Employment Working Group  Meeting amongst BRICS Countries
Shri Apurva Chandra, Secretary, Labour and Employment chaired the 1st BRICS Employment Working Group  Meeting held on 11-12 May 2021 in Sushma Swaraj Bhawan, New Delhi in virtual format. India has assumed BRICS Presidency this year. The prime agenda for the discussions were Promoting Social Security Agreements amongst BRICS Nations, Formalization of labour markets, Participation of women in labour force and Gig and platform workers – Role in labour market.
Apart from representatives of member nations i.e Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, the representatives of International Labour Organization  and International Social Security Agency  also made valuable interventions and suggestions on the agenda issues. The Indian delegations were represented by Mrs. Anuradha Prasad, Special Secretary, Shri R.K Gupta, Joint Secretary, Shri Ajay Tewari, JS & DGLW, Ms. Kalpana Rajsinghot, Joint Secretary and Shri Rupesh Kumar Thakur, Director from Ministry of Labour and Employment.
On the issue of Social Security Agreement , the Member Nations resolved to enter into dialogue and discussion with each other and take it forward towards signing of the agreements, while the ISSA and ILO on their part, expressed willingness to provide technical support in facilitating conclusion of such agreements. Member Nations also converged on devising multilateral framework for the same on a later stage. Social Security Agreement would help the international workers to port their benefit to their home countries thereby preventing loss of their hard earned money. Further they will be exempted from contributing both in home as well as host countries.
On the issue of formalization of labour market, Member Nations discussed various initiatives taken by them towards formalization of jobs and how Covid-19 has enhanced informalization risk.
On participation of women in the labour force, the member countries resolved to promote participation of women in remunerative, productive and decent work and to extend social security cover to the women workers engaged in informal sector. Impact of Covid-19 on participation of women in labour force was also discussed.
On the issue of Gig and Platform workers and their role in labour market, the member nations discussed how the proliferation of Digital Labour Platforms is transforming the labour processes in the world of work. Challenges faced by them and various measures being taken by member nations including extension of social protection system were also discussed.
The discussion took place in an extremely candid atmosphere and in seamless manner, where the Member Nations and International Organizations shared not only their initiatives and best practices, but also their concerns and challenges.
Ministry of Finance
India, ADB sign $112 million loan for establishing skill university in Assam
The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank  on 17th December 2021 signed a $112 million loan to set up a skill university in Assam that will strengthen industry-aligned and flexible skills education and training system in the state.
Mr Rajat Kumar Mishra, Additional Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, signed for Government of India the agreement for the Assam Skill University  Project, while Takeo Konishi, Country Director of ADB’s India Resident Mission signed for ADB.
After signing the loan agreement, Mr Mishra stated that the project is aligned with India’s National Policy for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship that envisages setting up skill universities to promote industry-aligned skills education and training programs that are integrated with higher education to create pathways for progression and mobility.
“ADB’s engagement in the northeastern region including studies to develop an economic corridor emphasizes importance of aligning skills development and technical and vocational education with infrastructure and industrial development,” said Mr. Konishi. “The project promotes this strategic vision by improving skills and employability of youth and adults to enhance the productivity and competitiveness of Assam’s economy and industry.”
The project will support the design and construction of environmentally sustainable and climate-resilient ASU campus and facilities equipped with state-of-the-art technologies. It will also develop the ASU’s management and operating systems, business models, and promote professional development of faculty members. Partnerships with leading institutional and industry partners will ensure designing of industry-aligned and flexible skills education and training programs. These would include cutting-edge digital skills programs, career development programs and services, and continuing education programs.
The project will enhance collaboration between the ASU and technical and vocational education and training  institutions and higher education institutions within the state and in neighboring countries to establish programs for common strategic industries. Courses offered would include agricultural and food technology, manufacturing and construction, mobility, management and finance, tourism, hospitality and healthcare.
The loan is supplemented by a $1 million grant from the Japan Fund for Poverty Reduction to support introduction of technologies for smart campus management and integrated teaching, learning, and career development management.
Ministry of Communications
Aarohan 4.0: Two days meet of senior functionaries of Postal Department and India Post payments Bank  begins today
Postal Department discuss ways to deepen Financial Inclusion drive and to provide banking solutions to every citizen of India
Two days meet of senior functionaries of Postal Department and India Post payments Bank , AAROHAN 4.0 started today in Shimla. The agenda of the meeting is to discuss and deliberate ways to further deepen Financial Inclusion drive in the country and to provide banking solutions to every citizen of India. Postal Department along with IPPB is working on the vision of Prime Minister’ Digital India initiative to promote the digital payments and bring digital banking services to every nook and corner of the country in a customer friendly manner. IPPB leverages upon the world's largest postal network of Department of Posts to offer inter operable banking services at door step benefiting senior citizens, farmers, migrant labourers and women amongst others. The meeting was inaugurated by Shri. Alok Sharma, Director General Postal Services in presence of Shri J Venkatramu, MD & CEO of IPPB, Chief PMG of 23 Postal Circles and other senior functionaries of the Department and IPPB. Discussions were held today to further strengthen the synergy between the post office and IPPB operations.
About India Post Payments Bank India Post Payments Bank  has been established under the Department of Posts, Ministry of Communication with 100% equity owned by Government of India. IPPB was launched by the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on September 1, 2018. The bank has been set up with the vision to build the most accessible, affordable and trusted bank for the common man in India. The fundamental mandate of IPPB is to remove barriers for the unbanked and under-banked and reach the last mile leveraging a network comprising 160,000 post offices  and 400,000 postal employees. IPPB’s reach and its operating model is built on the key pillars of India Stack - enabling Paperless, Cashless and Presence-less banking in a simple and secure manner at the customers' doorstep, through a CBS-integrated smartphone and biometric device. Leveraging frugal innovation and with a high focus on ease of banking for the masses, IPPB delivers simple and affordable banking solutions through intuitive interfaces available in 13 languages. IPPB is committed to provide a fillip to a less cash economy and contribute to the vision of Digital India. India will prosper when every citizen will have equal opportunity to become financially secure and empowered. Our motto stands true - Every customer is important; every transaction is significant, and every deposit is valuable.
For further information on IPPB, visit www.ippbonline.com
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID - 19 Vaccination Update - Day 551
India’s cumulative vaccination coverage crosses 200.89 Crore
More than 26 lakh Vaccine doses administered today till 7 pm
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 200.89 Crore  today. More than 26 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered till 7 pm today. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late tonight.
The cumulative coverage of vaccine doses, segregated based on population priority groups, is as follows:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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10410635
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2nd Dose
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10082101
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Precaution Dose
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6088576
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FLWs
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|
1st Dose
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18428310
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2nd Dose
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17656425
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Precaution Dose
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11630025
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Age Group 12-14 years
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|
1st Dose
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38212094
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|
|
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2nd Dose
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26584546
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Age Group 15-18 years
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|
1st Dose
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60921955
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|
|
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2nd Dose
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50327706
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Age Group 18-44 years
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|
1st Dose
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559032623
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2nd Dose
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506571849
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Precaution Dose
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9488604
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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203593240
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2nd Dose
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194727800
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Precaution Dose
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6973339
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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127378227
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2nd Dose
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121676428
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Precaution Dose
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29133625
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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1017977084
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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927626855
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Precaution Dose
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63314169
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Total
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2008918108
Today’s achievement in the vaccination exercise, segregated by population priority groups, is as follows:
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Date: 20th July, 2022 
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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86
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2nd Dose
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842
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Precaution Dose
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20522
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|
FLWs
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1st Dose
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|
206
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2nd Dose
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|
1303
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Precaution Dose
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50359
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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58756
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|
|
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2nd Dose
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97239
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|
Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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21923
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|
|
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2nd Dose
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53141
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|
Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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|
39733
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2nd Dose
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|
177570
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|
Precaution Dose
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|
1016020
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|
Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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|
6965
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2nd Dose
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41576
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Precaution Dose
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749658
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Over 60 years
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|
1st Dose
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|
4690
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2nd Dose
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26781
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Precaution Dose
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292581
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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132359
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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398452
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Precaution Dose
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2129140
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Total
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2659951
The vaccination exercise as a tool to protect the most vulnerable population groups in the country from COVID-19 continues to be regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
Ministry of Finance
Government of India & European Investment Bank sign finance contract for first tranche loan of Euro 250 million for Agra Metro Rail project
Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had inaugurated construction work of Agra Metro project in Agra last year
The Government of India  and European Investment Bank  yesterday signed a Finance Contract for first tranche loan of Euro 250 million for Agra Metro Rail Project. Mr. Rajat Kumar Mishra, Additional Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, on behalf of Government of India and Mr. Edvardas Bumsteinas jointly with Mr. Roger Stuart, Head of Divisions on behalf of European Investment Bank  signed the loan document in New Delhi and in Brussels respectively.
Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had inaugurated construction work of Agra Metro project in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, last year through video conference.
EIB had approved a total loan of Euro 450 million to fund the Agra Metro Rail Project. The project aims to provide safe, reliable, affordable and environment friendly public Mass Rapid Transit System for Agra city which will improve mobility and support endeavour for planned urban development in Agra. The financing from EIB will help to fund construction of 29.4 km metro corridor comprises of Corridor-1 from Sikandara to Taj East Gate  and Corridor-2 from Agra Cantt to Kalindi Vihar  in the Agra City. Further, the project will enhance economic productivity of the city and catalyse job creation.
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs is the Government of India’s line ministry for this Project and Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Ltd.  is the implementing agency.
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
Food Corporation of India’s Divisional offices of Aurangabad and Amravati to be operational with immediate effect: Shri Raosaheb Danve
Two divisional offices of Food Corporation of India  at Aurangabad and Amravati in Maharashtra will be operational with immediate effect. While announcing this, the Union Minister of State Shri Raosaheb Danvesaid“today under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, two more offices of FCI in Maharashtra at Aurangabad and Amravati will be operational with immediate effect to facilitate the operations in the Marathwada and Western Vidharbha region.”
Shri Danve added,“with this, the farmers, PDS beneficiaries, NGOs, Government Agencies and end consumers of Marathwada and Western Vidarbha will be benefited in a significant manner. With the opening of these offices, it will be convenient to approach the respective Divisional Offices of FCI to get the work executed efficiently”.
Shri Danve said “the role of Food Corporation of India is of paramount importance in ensuring food security to masses ensured under National Food Security Act. At the same time, the FCI acts as a trusted institution in terms of procurement of produce from the farmers of this nation. FCI through its various offices in the country as well as in the state of Maharashtra has been doing work efficiently. The role of FCI during the COVID times is extremely important and I am proud of the institution for working tirelessly for the people of this nation.”
FCI in the state of Maharashtra was operational through its 06 Divisional Offices including Goa. The present structure of Maharashtra had Divisional Offices at Borivali catering Mumbai and suburban area, at Panvel catering Raigarh, at Pune catering southern Marathwada and Western Maharashtra and konkan belt, at Nagpur catering entire Vidarbha and at Manmad catering Nasik, Khandesh and major portion of Marathwada.
The new Divisional Offices will be operational with immediate effect covering Revenue Districts as shown against each of them. Entire operations of managing storage capacities with day today activities, lifting for Public Distribution System and procurement operation as & when required will be monitored from the Divisional Offices as per Revised Structure.
“Under the guidance of Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Railways and Commerce & Industry Shri Piyush Goyalji, department would continue to work on the direction of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas and Sabka Vishwas" given by Prime Minister Narendra Modiji". Today, I thank Minister Piyush Goyalji for his perpetual guidance and encouragement"headded.
In order to fulfil objectives, FCI operates through Zonal Offices, Regional Offices, Divisional Offices and Depots. There are 05 Zonal Offices  & 26 Regional Offices. Based on the revenue districts Divisional Offices are operated under each Regional Office
Ministry of Women and Child Development
Initiatives for Women and Children
Ministry of Women and Child Development in order to promote and enable women to access education, health and financial services, has taken initiatives which includes various legislations such as the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, the Code on Wages, 2019, the Code on Social Security, 2020 etc. The Central Government also implements various schemes/ programmes such as Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana , Janani Suraksha Yojana  and Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram , National Health Mission , Swachh Bharat Mission, Scheme for Adolescent Girls, Samagra Shiksha, Udaan, Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan , Adolescence Education Programme, Digital Gender Atlas, Stand Up India , Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana , Skill India Mission etc.
The Scheme of ICDS operates through a network of 7075 fully operational Projects and 13.86 lakhs AWCs. The services are currently provided to 8.94 crore beneficiaries. Further, the Ministry implements the scheme of Working Women Hostel to provide safe and conveniently located accommodation for working women, with day care facility for their children, wherever possible, in urban, semi urban, and rural areas. The Ministry also implements the National Creche Scheme to provide day care facilities for children  of working mothers.
This information was given by the Minister of Women and Child Development, Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani, in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today.